Arc’teryx Nuclei vs Proton: Temp ratings & more

Y'all know these are just my opinions... right?As we head into fall/winter 2024, Arc'teryx is only offering women's Nuclei models. You can see all current Nuclei offerings here.Below

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Atom SL vs Proton FL

UPDATE: The Proton FL is now called the Proton SL Hoody. Arc'teryx released the 2025 version in March, and our initial impression is that the Proton SL is

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Best Patagonia Jackets (2026 Guide): Temperature Ratings, Uses & Top Picks

Patagonia makes some of the best jackets on the market — but choosing the right one depends on how you plan to use it. In this guide, we

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Best Arc’teryx Jacket | Temperature ratings + much more

Standing on the summit of a Colorado 14er during a 3-day backpacking trip. From left, the Arc'teryx Cerium, Arc'teryx Alpha Lightweight, and Arc'teryx Beta SL.Heads up: Several Arc’teryx

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Temperature Ratings of Jackets (Quick cheatsheet)

SummaryMost outdoor apparel companies say that providing temperature ratings for their jackets isn't possible.And to be fair, they're not incorrect. There are tons of fluid parameters that are

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Patagonia Micro Puff vs Nano Puff vs Down Sweater

Patagonia's  Micro Puff, Nano Puff and Down Sweater are among the company's best-selling product lines. But make no mistake: each is unique, and the right choice for you

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Patagonia R1 vs R2 [Jacket, Pullover, Hoody, Techface]

Beware: I'll limit the context of this post to fleeces (NOT going to be covering the suits, shorts or janes). Related ReviewCheck out my Best Patagonia Jackets post, which

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Arc’teryx Solano Jacket Review

Solano Hoody.The Arc'teryx Solano jacket is available in a number of men's and women's models, including Solano Hoody, Solano Insulated Hoody, the new Solano Down Hoody, and the

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Arc’teryx Atom Hoody vs Atom SL: 2025 Review & Comparison

The Atom Hoody is a year-round performer as both a midlayer or standalone outer layer, but its versatility really starts to shine in spring and fall's variable weather

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Atom (aka LT) vs Cerium (aka LT): Temp ratings & more

Y'all know this is just my opinion... right?I own both. Winter '24 Cerium (aka LT) on the left in Black Sapphire and Winter '24 Atom (aka LT) on

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